Kristiansand in August
6.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 19°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
19°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
13Rainy days (124 mm)
15:06 hDaylight
05:59Sunrise · 21:05 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 19°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.6 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C | -1°C | 134 mm | 16 | – | – | 3.4 |
| February | 3°C | -2°C | 99 mm | 12 | – | – | 4.0 |
| March | 5°C | -1°C | 86 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.6 |
| April | 9°C | 3°C | 70 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 14°C | 7°C | 77 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.4 |
| June | 18°C | 10°C | 92 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 20°C | 12°C | 95 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| August | 19°C | 12°C | 124 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.7 |
| September | 15°C | 9°C | 128 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 10°C | 6°C | 141 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.9 |
| November | 6°C | 2°C | 131 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.3 |
| December | 3°C | 0°C | 123 mm | 14 | – | – | 3.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kristiansand in August?
Daytime highs average 19°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Kristiansand?
The best months are July, June, August.